My Substitute CEO Bride romance Capítulo 2382

Astin's hands began to twitch uncontrollably as he and Five struggled for control over his body. Scenes of sorrow and despair flashed through Astin's mind once again.

"Your existence is unnecessary!" Five gradually devoured the remnants of Astin's consciousness.

At that moment, without anyone noticing, Charlotte appeared behind Astin. She quickly struck his abdomen with her palm.

As Charlotte's true energy flowed into him, something miraculous happened. Astin's body rapidly turned red, and he began to be completely consumed.

"What... What is this..." Charlotte was stunned. This was not how they had planned it.

...

The night before, both of them had expressed their resolve. Charlotte was deeply saddened as she might witness the death of the person she loved.

However, Astin reassured her, "It's okay. I've found a way to defeat Five."

Charlotte was overjoyed.

"Does that mean... you might survive?"

"Possibly."

Hearing this, Charlotte felt hopeful. She eagerly asked, "What's the plan? Is there something I need to do?"

Astin nodded.

"I need you—or rather, the power of the Calhouns."

"The Calhouns' power?"

Astin nodded again and began explaining what he had discovered.

"In Five's memories, I found a unique presence. This person was one of the Calhouns' ancestors and also the one who founded the organization a hundred years ago. That person once sealed a demon with their own power."

"Using the Calhouns' power?"